BSc Physics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics. Core topics include programming, microelectronics, statistics, mathematical modelling, and research methods. The course covers pure and applied physics, with dedicated modules in experimental physics. Students carry out a supervised research project within a departmental research group in their final year.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Essential subjects: Mathematics + another science (Information Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, or Computing Science) Physics preferred.) IB: 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level including mathematics and physics Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA (standard): BBBB (Essential subjects: Higher Mathematics and Physics both at B).
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 74%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 30%
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 10%
- North West: 5%
- London: 10%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 60%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Modules
- Mechanics
- Core Mathematics I
- Fundamental Algebra and Calculus
- Core Mathematics II
- Statistics and Probability
- Professional Skills
- Space Physics and Astronomy
- Waves and Mechanics
- Personal Development Planning
- Core Mathematics III
- Core Mathematics IV
- Electromagnetism and Light
- Introduction to Programming
- Foundations of Modern Physics
- Fundamental Experimental Physics
- Personal Development Planning
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Quantum Mechanics
- Electrodynamics
- Optics and Photonics
- Advanced Experimental Physics
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Physics Project
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Thermal Physics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics at University of Dundee earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £34,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £48,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics at University of Dundee do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics at University of Dundee?
74% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics at University of Dundee?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 171 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics at University of Dundee accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does BSc Physics at University of Dundee include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Physics at University of Dundee?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.